In keeping with campaign pledges to build a Cabinet reflective of the city's myriad of ethnic groups, Mayor–elect Jim Kenney has tapped veteran barrister Nolan N. Atkinson Jr. as his administration's Chief Diversity Officer.

Atkinson will fill the newly created position in January.

Kenney made the formal announcement Tuesday afternoon and said he would expand on Atkinson's selection during a press conference Wednesday morning.

"Nolan Atkinson Jr. will serve as Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer," said Lauren Hitt, spokeswoman for Kenney. "The chief diversity and inclusion officer will report directly to the mayor on diversity and inclusion issues.

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